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#13698 of 14480 New Impreza by hondafriek Jan 07, 2009 (12:57 pm)
Is it just me or does anyone else think that the rear end of the hatchback is horrendous. We were out yesterday and Rita said yuck what car is that. The tailights look like something an 18 year old kid would put on from the aftermarket. I think the derogatory term is Ricer. The big broad chrome bar that runs along the tailgate between the backup lights looks like something GM would have done in the 1960s. I was almost looking for large tailfins And BTW happy belated new year to the crew, hopefully a more prosperous one for all of us, I am getting so depressed watching our retirement savings go in the toilet. I am almost tempted to take out what we have left and stash it under the mattress. Cheers Pat Replies to this message: rsholland (Jan 07, 2009 1:17 pm) volkov (Jan 08, 2009 10:19 am) tsy (Jan 08, 2009 11:29 am) xwesx (Jan 08, 2009 12:14 pm) rsholland (Jan 08, 2009 1:58 pm) ateixeira (Jan 09, 2009 9:11 am)
#13699 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [hondafriek] by rsholland Jan 07, 2009 (1:17 pm)
Replying to: hondafriek (Jan 07, 2009 12:57 pm) I think it's you Pat. Sales on the new-generation Impreza continue to grow. Perhaps even more surprising is the increased sales on the 5-door—the one you don't like—have even surprised FHI and SoA. In fact, in your neck of the woods—Canada, Impreza December sales are up 59.8 % over last December. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=25077813&postcount=1 I love the look of the rear of my '09 WRX 5-door. No chrome bar on it however, but that chrome bar I think looks just fine (IMO) on those models with them. Bob Replies to this message: volkov (Jan 08, 2009 10:19 am) tsy (Jan 08, 2009 11:29 am) xwesx (Jan 08, 2009 12:14 pm) rsholland (Jan 08, 2009 1:58 pm)
#13700 of 14480 I have to say... by kyfdx HOST Jan 07, 2009 (6:31 pm)
... that I'm jealous when I see the hatchbacks.. Even in the same dark gray as my sedan, they look a whole lot better... I think it's the Kia-like rear end of the sedan... Otherwise, it's a handsome little car... But, the hatch is where it's at! just my $0.02
#13701 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [rsholland] by volkov Jan 08, 2009 (10:19 am)
Replying to: rsholland (Jan 07, 2009 1:17 pm) I actually like the lines on my hatch, but agree that there is clearly "convergent" design happening here, as there are definite similarities to the Mazda and Focus. I am also not a fan of the chrome revival, but don't blame Subie - everyone is doing it. That's why I prefer my WRX butt to the regular Impreza.
#13702 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [rsholland] by tsy Jan 08, 2009 (11:29 am)
Replying to: rsholland (Jan 07, 2009 1:17 pm) I must say I like the hatchback too- but I've always been partial to them. I like a lot of the European hatches we don't get here. It's funny, my son would rather have the sedan than the hatch, so I guess it's not an age thing. Other than the appearance though, it's certainly a ton more practical! As far as the clear taillights go Pat, I agree with you, I'm not a big fan of them and am looking to get red overlays for my lights to bring them back to 'normal'. tom Replies to this message: xwesx (Jan 08, 2009 12:14 pm) rsholland (Jan 08, 2009 1:58 pm)
#13703 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [tsy] by xwesx Jan 08, 2009 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: tsy (Jan 08, 2009 11:29 am) Agreed. I think the hatch looks great, aside from those nasty tail lights. They do function well, though: Much brighter than the old red, single-bulb-driven lights. I think red overlays with the same LED setup would work just as well, but look nicer.
#13704 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [tsy] by rsholland Jan 08, 2009 (1:58 pm)
Replying to: tsy (Jan 08, 2009 11:29 am) As to the tail lights, I do agree that some "red" might help; if for no other reason in that it's "expected." Honestly though, the clear lens don't bother me that much in terms of styling. In the daytime, the current brake lights are much brighter, as it's "bright red" against "clear," whereas with traditional looking red tail lights, it "bright red" against "red." So there's more contrast with the existing lights, therefore making them more visible, and therefore safer. Bob
#13705 of 14480 Re: New Impreza [hondafriek] by ateixeira Jan 09, 2009 (9:11 am)
Replying to: hondafriek (Jan 07, 2009 12:57 pm) Add me to the list of people that don't like the chrome stripe. Then again, I don't like chrome, period.
#13706 of 14480 Facebook by ateixeira Jan 09, 2009 (9:13 am)
Finally joined the bandwagon. I'm looking for Lucien to send a Friend request, anyone else here? Maybe Lucien can suggest friends from the Crew once I find him. Replies to this message: xwesx (Jan 09, 2009 4:37 pm) ateixeira (Jan 12, 2009 9:34 am) lilbluewgn02 (Jan 09, 2009 9:13 pm)
#13707 of 14480 Snow,snow,snow by volkov Jan 09, 2009 (9:54 am)
So the WRX +16" of snow + Dra at the wheel finally met its match. Well, we saw about 16" of snow over a couple of days and didn't see any snow plow on our street. Dra got stuck in our cul-de-sac after leaving the driveway. I was able to get it out but required repeated back and forth runs. She was fine once she got to the main part of our street which had seen more traffic to compact the snow. The car simply high centred and couldn't get the push it needed. After she had left it was hilarious because there was still about 5" of snow under the tire tracks. Maybe those extra 2" of clearance from the Forester would have helped, but I doubt it - even the 3/4 ton Yukon bogged more than once and was leaving a big flat spot behind, and it's more than 12" from ground to the belly . (I ended up using it as a big snow flattener and drove it repeatedly over the street to compact things down.) For the record, WRX and I are still undefeated, but I would consider that last one a split decision in my favour. Replies to this message: ateixeira (Jan 09, 2009 10:09 am) rsholland (Jan 09, 2009 10:15 am) volkov (Jan 09, 2009 10:59 am)